Antique linen presses have been known by a number of different names. Sometimes known as the chest press, armoire or wardrobe, this piece of furniture was created in the 17th century and continued to be a practical item in the home until the 19th century. After the linen press was no longer used for its regular purpose, it became a lovely piece of decorative furniture in the home, not necessarily needing to keep anything in its drawers.
Linen presses were usually kept in the bedroom and stored extra bed sheets. However, it was also handy in the dining room to keep napkins and tablecloths neatly pressed. The press was also useful in storing clothing. Usually made of oak, but sometimes made of deep, rich mahogany, linen presses could be quite immaculate, created with beautiful hand carved decorations and expensive veneers. In the very beginning of the linen press era, the designs were almost always simplistic.
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The linen press has not only become a fashionable antique treasure used for decoration, people often use them in their bedroom as a cabinet to enclose their television set.
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